“If the village as a whole makes a determination that we can do it as efficiently or more efficiently then it would make sense for us to try to get on the ballot and vote for secession,” Sarna said.

Ultimately, the village must decide if it’s getting its money’s worth.

The Journal News also reports that if Upper Nyack residents decided to dissolve their government or split from the town, it would require a petition signed by 5 percent of Clarkstown voters who cast ballots in the last gubernatorial election. The measure then would be brought to a townwide vote.

Do you feel you’re the services you’re getting match the taxes you’re paying? Would you secede if you could? Sound off in comments.